Cloves are a spice made from the flower buds of an evergreen tree called, appropriately enough, the clove tree. Clove flower buds are harvested in their immature state, and then dried. Cloves can be used whole or ground, and they have a very strong, pungent flavor and aroma Whole Cloves are essential for home cooks who enjoy simmering stews, slow-cooking roasts and creating their own pickling blends. The sweet and spicy aromatic flavor of our Whole Cloves softly permeates meats, vegetables and hot beverages for a uniquely intense flavor